JMFOA-UK hosts the Mohan Memorial Social Event in memory of its former President, Mr Mohan Sivarajaratnam, whose dedication and service made a lasting contribution to the community. The memorial events honour his legacy and reflect the community spirit he championed. What began as an annual memorial cricket match has developed into a broader celebration of unity, sportsmanship, and cultural tradition.
The inaugural Mohan Memorial Trophy cricket match took place on 21 May 2022 at the Lyca Cricket Ground, Loughton. JMFOA-UK and MGT Organisation participated in a friendly, competitive match, establishing a tradition of remembrance and community engagement.
The second memorial cricket match took place on 16 September 2023 at the Lyca Cricket Ground. JMFOA-UK played against the Kili People Organisation, reinforcing community connections through sport and shared commitment. Professor Vasanthy Arasaratnam attended as Chief Guest.
JMFOA-UK was unable to host a memorial event in 2024 due to unavoidable circumstances. The community nonetheless remained committed to the memorial’s purpose and to honouring Mr Mohan Sivarajaratnam’s legacy.
On 28 June 2025, the memorial programme expanded to become the Mohan Memorial Social Event. This development provided a broader opportunity to honour Mr Mohan Sivarajaratnam’s legacy through community participation and traditional Tamil games, including:
The event brought together families, friends, and community members, fostering teamwork, social connections, and appreciation of Tamil cultural traditions.
